India to USA Shipping
Door-to-door freight forwarding from India to the United States — ocean freight, air freight, and customs clearance
How to Ship from India to the USA
India is one of the fastest-growing major economies and a critical sourcing destination for US importers. From textiles and pharmaceuticals to automotive parts and IT hardware, the India-USA trade lane carries billions of dollars in goods each year. American Global Freights provides comprehensive import logistics from India to the United States, leveraging our WCA network partners in India for origin-side services and our US-based customs brokers for smooth clearance.
As an FMC-licensed NVOCC headquartered in California, AGF manages every step of the process: supplier coordination in India, ocean or air booking, US customs clearance, port drayage, and final delivery to your door.
Ocean Freight from India
- FCL: 20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC containers
- LCL: Consolidation services available
- Transit: 20-30 days depending on route
- Best for: Large shipments, cost-sensitive cargo
Air Freight from India
- Express: 2-3 day delivery
- Standard: 3-5 day delivery
- Consolidated: Cost-effective for smaller cargo
- Best for: Time-sensitive, high-value, perishable goods
Transit Times: India to US Ports
| Origin Port | Destination | Ocean Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) | Los Angeles / Long Beach | 25-30 days |
| Mundra | Los Angeles / Long Beach | 25-30 days |
| Chennai | Los Angeles / Long Beach | 28-33 days |
| Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) | New York / New Jersey | 20-25 days |
| Mundra | New York / New Jersey | 20-25 days |
| Chennai | Savannah | 22-27 days |
| Kolkata | New York / New Jersey | 23-28 days |
Transit times are approximate and subject to carrier schedules and port conditions. Air freight from India to the US typically takes 2-5 days.
US Customs Clearance for Indian Imports
Importing from India involves specific regulatory requirements depending on the product category. AGF's licensed customs brokers handle every aspect of US import clearance for Indian goods:
- ISF (10+2) filing — required 24 hours before vessel departure
- HTS classification — accurate tariff codes for Indian products including textiles, pharmaceuticals, and food items
- FDA compliance — for food products, pharmaceuticals, supplements, and medical devices from India
- USDA coordination — for agricultural products, spices, and plant-based materials
- Textile labeling requirements — fiber content, country of origin, and care labeling for garments
- Duty optimization — leveraging trade programs and proper valuation to minimize costs
How India to USA Shipping Works with AGF
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Tell us what you are shipping, from where in India, and the US destination. We provide an all-inclusive rate — usually within 24 hours.
Origin Coordination in India
Our WCA partners in India coordinate factory pickup, cargo inspection, container stuffing, and export documentation.
Ocean or Air Transit
Your cargo moves via ocean freight or air freight from India, with real-time tracking and proactive updates from AGF.
US Customs Clearance
Our licensed customs brokers clear your goods through US customs, handling ISF, duties, and government agency coordination.
Delivery to Your Door
We arrange drayage from the port, warehousing if needed, and ground transportation to your final destination anywhere in the USA.
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